- International & Domestic flights.
- Meals and drinks other than those mentioned.
- Tips or personal expenses.
- Travel insurance.
- Optional tours and experiences.
- Any items not mentioned.
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Upon arrival at Chapelco or Bariloche Airport, transfer to River House Lodge.
River House Lodge is located on the Chimehuin River in the north of the Argentine Patagonia. The airport is 20 minutes away from the lodge and the closest cities are Junín de los Andes and San Martin de los Andes- in Neuquén province -20 and 40 minutes away respectively.
The mythical Chimehuin is one of the most famous rivers in the world for fly fishing. Wading or floating “el Chime” is always an unforgettable experience due to the quality of its trout, its landscape and its gin-clear waters.
The lodge has five spacious en-suite rooms with excellent amenities and views. This place allows us to host up to 10 people at the same time, which is an ideal number to be able to maintain a warm and intimate atmosphere that favours quality care.
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Activities you can choose from:
• Trekking in the National Park.
• Mountain bike.
• E-bikes.
• Yoga classes.
• Tango lessons.
• Kayaking.
• Personal shopper at San Martin de Los Andes town.
• Golf at Chapelco Golf course (18 holes, trf in/out included) (Green fee not included). Advance booking is recommended.
At the appropriate time, private transfer to Llao Llao Hotel & Resort in Bariloche (approx. 3 hours and 50 minutes’ drive).
Get to know the history and geography of Bariloche with this half-day tour of the classic highlights of San Carlos de Bariloche.
Visit well known attractions such as the Campanario Hill. The guide will explain how this little mountain village has transformed into one of the most attractive tourist destinations and outdoor adventure capitals of Patagonia.
Admire the scenic beauty of Lake Moreno and Lake Nahuel Huapi and take in great views of the Lopez and Capilla mountains. Get a close-up look at nature with a guided walk through an impressive stand of native forest in the Llao-Llao Nature Park. Conclude the excursion with a visit to a traditional Microbrewery for lunch and a beer tasting. Return to hotel. (Campanario Hill chairlift ticket not included).
Includes: lunch with beer tasting.
Walking time: 1hr.
At the appropriate time, private transfer to the airport for your flight to Calafate.
Upon arrival at Calafate airport, private transfer to Xelena Hotel & Suites.
Departure from the hotel to Perito Moreno Glacier, a UNESCO World Heritage designation situated within Los Glaciares National Park some 80 km from El Calafate, driving through typical Patagonian steppe landscape and keeping an eye for Argentino Lake and interesting bird species. Reach Perito Moreno glacier, which extends 30 km (19 mi) long and 5 km (3 mi), and walls that reach up to 60 meters (100-195 feet) in height and ice with depths of 250 to 350 meters (800-1150 feet). The impressive creaking and squealing, with the occasional thunderous roars, is a stark reminder of the glacier’s constant movement. Walk on the trails by the western wall to admire this impressive wonder of nature. After the tour, return to the hotel. National Park entrance fee included.
Transfer from the hotel to Punta Bandera to board an expeditionary boat to navigate Argentino Lake, through Spegazzini canal to Spegazzini glacier for a close-up look at the glacier, rising 80 to 135 meters (262 – 443 feet) above the lake; disembarking on a tranquil area for a guided trek tour. Then, sail to Upsala Glacier, where the lake is packed with a dazzling array of colorful and odd-shaped ice floes. Weather permitting, observe the Upsala glacier from a distance. Lunch onboard amidst this stunning landscape. Navigation to Canal de los Témpanos towards the Northern face of the Perito Moreno Glacier.
Note: the itinerary is subject to change based on the captain’s criteria to guarantee passenger safety.
Transfers to/from the hotel and Premium Gourmet Experience included. National Park entrance fee NOT included.
OPTIONAL: End the excursion at Moreno Port at no additional charge.
(This is a regular tour shared with other people. The pickup time is the start time of the bus picking up all passengers. The pickup time from your hotel may be extended for 30 to 40 minutes depending on the route of the hotels but you have to be ready at that time).
At the appropriate time, private transfer to the airport.
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